Freesia Flowers
Freesia tick all the boxes for the ideal flower – elegant, symbolic and fragrant. They are perennial flowers related to the Iris species. They are recognisable for their appearance in which several flower heads grow off a 90 degree angle of the stem, also known as a corm. Freesia bouquets look stunning and unique as they naturally will have delicate green stems poking out alongside the flower heads.
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Guide to Freesia Flowers
1.1 What is the meaning of the freesia flower and what do they symbolise?
Freesia symbolizes purity, innocence and pleasantry as a whole, but like the majority of flowers, colour plays an important role in determining freesia symbolism. White, red, orange, blue and yellow are five of the more common freesia color variations.
- Innocence, Purity: Freesia make great gifts for occasions which signify or are related to innocence and purity.
- Pleasantry: A flower which is beautiful to the eyes and heavenly to the nose is pleasant epitomized. Give freesia as a surprise gift to lift the mood of any partner, friend or family.
1.2 What occasions are best to give freesia flowers as a gift?
If anyone you know has recently celebrated their new baby being born, or even somebody who has recently passed away, the innocence and purity aspects make them highly relevant flowers. Freesia funeral wreaths are a common floral arrangement seen at funerals and wakes.
They make fantastic house warming and wedding reception presents as they surround the room in the sweet fragrance that freesias emits. It’s no surprise that the freesia is one of the most popular flowers concentrated into perfumes and colognes.
1.3 How long do freesia from a florist live for?
You can expect a few days of bloom from a freshly cut freesia from the florist. The fragrance will last 2-3 days, then eventually fade as the flower begins to wilt. With proper arrangement, nutrients and positioning, you can expect up to even a week of bloom. They are extremely sensitive to certain gas such as ethylene, which permeates from fruit, tobacco and strong cleaning products.
Keep the cut flowers on a windowsill which ideally has plenty of sunlight coming through. Change the water daily, and ensure the container or vase you place them in the first place is sterile to avoid bacterial problems.
1.4 What different type of freesia flower species are there?
Freesias are basically what you see is what you get. Unlike other flower species, variations between species are limited, and most resemble the common garden freesia. or freesia refracta. Other types of freesia include, but are not limited to:
- Freesia andersoniae
- Freesia fergusoniae
- Freesia fucata
- Freesia grandiflora
- Freesia sparrmannii
- Freesia viridis
1.5 What conditions does the freesia flower need to grow?
Climate: Freesias thrive in temperate climates which experience no extreme heat or cold. Growing in Australia, particularly Australian greenhouses, is a prime environment for freesias.
Soil: Slightly acidic soil ranging from 5.5-6.5 pH is ideal to grow freesia flowers.
Planting: 2 inches deep and 2 inches apart – a simple rule of thumb to remember when sowing and planting freesia bulbs.
Fertilizer: Regular fertilizer should be applied to low-quality soils to improve nutrients.
Insects & Disease: Freesias do not suffer many specific insect threats, but staple insecticide to keep bugs and snails away is handy. Disease wise, kepe an eye out for any discoloration among growing petals and stems. This is an indicator of mosaic virus or another similar affliction.
Height at Bloom: Freesia typically grow up to 30cm, where as larger freesia varieties can grow up to around 65cm.
Watering: Occasional watering during dry spells are recommended, but over soaking is not advised as it may lead to rot.